Despite the odd criticism that the NRL Nines isn’t an overly important tournament, there can be no doubting the entertainment on show over the past two days.

Although we won't see Greg Inglis and Johnathan Thurston at the Auckland Nines this year, there is still plenty of talent on show. Here's our Top 5 challenging for the trophy!

After the relative success of Brad Fittler and Steve Menzies in last year’s tournament, and the announcement that Ken Nagas will represent the Raiders this year, we thought it might be fun to look at some former players who could probably line up this year if available.

With the new season just around the corner, it's time to make some BOLD predictions. So, here is ten predictions that are guaranteed to come true! Or maybe not...

With 2014 all but done and dusted, it’s always fun to look back on the moments that shaped the year. What was your highlight of the 2014 NRL season?

Should NRL sides be willing to risk injury to their best players in the chase for glory and riches in the two-day Auckland Nines? Just how important is the tournament to the fans?

There is always plenty of discussion following the crowning of the Golden Boot but this season it reached a new level. Do you think Shaun Johnson is worthy?

As it does during every off-season, the question of expansion has once again been tabled but is it the right time? And if so, where? Perth, Brisbane, Central Queensland?

Dan Nichols has written an open letter to Todd Greenberg regarding the proposed changes the NRL are considering, suggesting there is a simple fix to get fans back at games.

No doubt there will be plenty but we've selected five players we expect to make big improvements in 2015. Who do you believe will be a breakout star next season?